Immich
Immich as the De-Google Gateway: Great App, Serious Backup Responsibility
08/12/2026
Immich can be a fantastic Google Photos alternative, but photos raise the stakes: sync is not backup and restore tests are mandatory.
Immich vs Google Photos: Which Photo Backup Setup Should You Trust?
06/22/2026
Google Photos is easier and Immich gives more control, but neither removes the need for a real backup of originals and metadata.
What Not to Self-Host in 2026: A Practical Risk List for Homelabs
06/22/2026
A realistic self-hosting risk guide covering email, passwords, identity, family-critical data, public dashboards, backups, and safer alternatives.